Sullivan Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sullivan Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 70% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00153 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mark Sullivan & Kelly Taylor
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sullivan Pond Dam?
Sullivan Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sullivan Pond Dam?
Sullivan Pond Dam is owned by Mark Sullivan & Kelly Taylor (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sullivan Pond Dam built?
Sullivan Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Sullivan Pond Dam?
Sullivan Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sullivan Pond Dam?
Sullivan Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Sullivan Pond Dam last inspected?
Sullivan Pond Dam was last inspected on September 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.